Research Technician I
About The Position
Working under general supervision, the incumbent will perform a variety of routine and/or semi-skilled tasks to support and directly assist a research project or program for Dr. Maya Shelly in the Department of Neurobiology and Behavior, either in the laboratory or in the field. The project examines the molecular and cellular mechanisms for a critical aspect of memory management, Active Forgetting. Forgetting is thought to be mediated by the downregulation of the expression of AMPA receptors, critical receptors at the synapse that mediate synaptic plasticity, and thereby the ability of our brain to learn, remember, and importantly, forget unused or unwanted memories. The project will focus on a protein, called Scribble, and its role in AMPA receptor downregulation at the synapse, and ultimately, the mediation of memory forgetting, focusing on the molecular underpinnings of this process and determining the role of Scribble therein.
Requirements
- High School diploma/GED (foreign equivalent or higher).
- Working knowledge of typical tests or procedures [or techniques] relative to the field of Developmental Neurobiology OR Working knowledge of Developmental Neurobiology laboratory procedures.
- Familiarity with the operation of specialized apparatus or equipment relative to the field of Developmental Neurobiology.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in Biology or another related field.
- One [1] year of full-time experience directly related to the project or program to include experience in a laboratory environment.
- Experience with a variety of Developmental Neurobiology techniques.
Responsibilities
- Perform behavioral assays in mice studying the role of the protein Scribble in memory forgetting.
- Perform biochemical studies to examine the protein interactors of Scribble related to the endocytic pathway.
- Perform genetic cloning of various proteins associated with Scribble.
- Analyze data and prepare figures.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- FLSA Non Exempt position, eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
